Pioneer India, a subsidiary of global automotive electronics leader Pioneer Corporation, has officially opened its new Research & Development Center in Bengaluru. This launch marks a significant step in the company’s 2023 commitment to establish a strong R&D presence in India. The new facility is set to enhance Pioneer’s innovation capabilities and bolster its global product development network, reinforcing its strategic focus on advanced automotive and mobility technologies.
Pioneer’s new Bengaluru R&D center will focus on developing smart, safe, and affordable mobility solutions for emerging and urban markets. Key areas of innovation include automotive vision and sensing systems, ADAS, digital cockpits and HMIs, cloud-connected infotainment and telematics, AI-driven mobility data platforms, and connected solutions for two-wheelers. The center will collaborate closely with Pioneer’s global R&D network to advance next-generation automotive technologies.
The center will serve OEM, aftermarket, and B2B segments—including fleet operators and insurance providers—while also addressing the specific needs of Indian automotive manufacturers through faster development cycles and region-specific solutions.
“The launch of our Bengaluru R&D center represents a critical step in our global growth strategy,” said Shiro Yahara, President and CEO, Pioneer Corporation. “India’s deep talent pool and dynamic mobility ecosystem make it an ideal base to drive innovation across vision, connectivity, and intelligent systems for vehicles of all kinds.”
“We are building a world-class R&D team in India to lead the development of future mobility solutions,” said Siva Subramanian, PhD, CEO, Pioneer Mobility AI & Connectivity Company (MAC). “From next-gen camera systems and digital cockpits to two-wheeler connectivity and cloud-based platforms, this center will help shape products for both local and global markets.”
Joining the overseas executive members on the occasion, Aniket Kulkarni, Managing Director – Pioneer India, and Manish Bhasin, Vice President – R&D, Pioneer India, expressed their strong commitment to supporting Indian automotive manufacturers with integrated hardware and software solutions, aligned with the organization’s mission of advancing mobility experiences.
The state-of-the-art facility houses specialized labs for camera testing, embedded systems, electronics, and software validation. It also features collaborative spaces to foster agile and cross-functional product development.
As part of its expansion strategy, Pioneer is actively hiring across a wide range of engineering disciplines in India, including talent in embedded software, computer vision, cloud connectivity, mobile integration, and AI. The company plans to significantly scale its R&D workforce in India in the coming months.
This expansion reflects Pioneer’s group vision, “Creating the Future of Mobility Experiences” while focusing on Sound, Safety, Security, Comfort, and Convenience.
